The Romance Of A Midshipman (1898)

The Romance Of A Midshipman is a novel written by William Clark Russell and published in 1898. The story follows the life of a young midshipman named Philip Tempest, who joins the Royal Navy at the age of 16. Tempest is ambitious and determined to become a successful sailor, but his journey is not without its challenges.Throughout the book, Tempest experiences the harsh realities of life at sea, including the dangers of battle, the brutality of shipboard discipline, and the loneliness of long voyages. He also falls in love with a young woman named Edith, but their relationship is complicated by their different social backgrounds and the demands of Tempest's career.As Tempest rises through the ranks of the Navy, he faces a series of personal and professional challenges that test his character and his commitment to his country. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including fellow sailors, officers, and members of the aristocracy.The Romance Of A Midshipman is a classic tale of adventure, romance, and coming of age, set against the backdrop of the British Navy in the late 19th century. It offers a vivid and detailed portrait of life at sea during this era, as well as a compelling story of love, loyalty, and sacrifice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.